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Kurt Herd Manages Dominica
Scotland's only international manager leads Caribbean nation's football team.
In brief
Scotland's only international manager leads Caribbean nation's football team. Kurt Herd, 34, is the sole Scottish manager of an international men's team, leading Dominica's national side in the Concacaf Nations League. Originally reported by BBC Sport.
Kurt Herd's international role
Kurt Herd, 34, is the only Scottish manager currently leading an international men's team, managing Dominica's national side.
Herd's unique responsibilities
Herd acts as analyst, scout, nutritionist, and yoga instructor for Dominica, the only full-time staff member for the team.
Herd's coaching challenges
Herd aims to improve Dominica, the world's 182nd-best side, made up of amateur players from a population of about 65,000.
Player recruitment methods
Herd uses social media and talent-spotters to identify players with Dominican heritage, including Shamal George.
Team development practices
Herd implements yoga, mindfulness, dietary advice, and sleep coaching for the team to improve performance.
Herd's personal commitment
Herd runs every morning and avoids alcohol to set professional standards for Dominica's team.
Herd's international experiences
Herd has met Arsene Wenger and played five-a-side against Nuno Gomes, though he missed family events.
Herd's future goals
Herd aims to eventually coach in the club game at a high level while managing Dominica's quest for Nations League promotion.
The big picture
Kurt Herd, 34, is the sole Scottish manager of an international men's team, leading Dominica's national side in the Concacaf Nations League.
